Maude East Meets West Pinot Noir 2023A celebration of two blocks of mature Pinot Noir from the Mt Maude Vineyard. As the name suggests, the blocks face opposite directions. Made in a different style 100% whole cluster, clone 10 5, often only one pigaege during the ferment definitely a unique winemaking twist on Pinot production. A bewitching perfume, paler in colour yet full, luscious and complex. Love it or hate it, this Pinot Noir certainly creates some debate. Central Otago, New

The acidity is fresh yet doesn't attract from the silky mouthfeel - still a long road ahead for this wine

⭐ 97 Points – James Suckling

ground-riverstone tannins

and sous bois

Fine grained tannins and a concentrated core of ripe fruit thrill the palate

It’s a dry-grown

interstate and international guests

Closure: Screwcap

The palate is deep and concentrated

Complexed with sandalwood

with a firm nod to the adventurous spirit behind the label

Oak treatment to this wine develops a more savoury palate and adds cellaring potential up to 8 years